New York City – June 1, 2009 – Leading elder care expertDoctor Marion® (www.DoctorMarion.com), author of “Elder Care Made Easier,” was selected as a winner among hundreds of entries in the 18th annual National Mature Media Awards Program.Her “Ask Doctor Marion” Article Syndication initiative received a Merit Award within the Public Relations category.The awards program is the largest program of its kind.Presented by the Mature Market Resource Center, the awards were created to annually recognize the best materials produced for those who are 50 and older, the nation’s fastest-growing population group.

As an elder care expert, author, and experienced geriatric care manager, Doctor Marion’s mission is simple – to help as many people as possible who care for an aging parent or loved one.After experiencing favorable response from the mainstream broadcast and print media, Doctor Marion recognized the critical need to provide content to the hundreds of senior-focused newspaper inserts and similar publications in local cities all across the country.She launched a focused effort to self-syndicate her popular “Ask Doctor Marion” column through a monthly distribution to senior media outlets in every state to get her advice directly into the hands of those who need it most.

The response was overwhelmingly positive as editors everywhere thanked Doctor Marion for providing the simple answers to often complex caregiving challenges that were (until now) eluding their readers.In just one year, more than three dozen print and media outlets across the country have either expressed interest or are currently running the column, accounting for nearly seven million readers nationwide.

“It’s a great honor to be recognized by my peers in the field,” said Doctor Marion.“As a caregiver, I’ve met thousands of families searching for answers and resources.Now I’m able to reach them and many others with this column to help with the direction and support they so desperately seek.”

Nearly 900 entries were judged by a distinguished panel of mature market experts from across the United States for overall excellence of design, content, creativity and relevance to the senior market.The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging and American Custom Publishing Corporation® sponsored the 2009 awards program.If you are interested in receiving her free award-winning column series for your publication, please contact Lauren Zumpano at 609-279-0050 x103 or lauren@resoundmarketing.com.

About Doctor Marion

An experienced, nationally recognized geriatric care manager with over three decades of experience, Marion Somers, Ph.D., (Doctor Marion) has provided care for more than 2,000 elderly clients while owning and operating a thriving Geriatric Care Management practice. She has also written a book, “Elder Care Made Easier,” and her website, www.DoctorMarion.com, provides a wealth of information, including free access to tips, videos, interactive message boards, and more.

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Elder Care Expert Doctor Marion Receives

2009 Lehman College Alumni Achievement Award

National Elder Care Expert and Author Marion Somers, PhD

Is Honored at 41st Lehman College Commencement Ceremonies

New York City – June 4, 2009 – Nationally-recognized elder care expertDoctor Marion® (www.DoctorMarion.com), author of “Elder Care Made Easier,” was the distinguished recipient of the 2009 Lehman College Alumni Achievement Award for her work and dedication to the field of elder care.President Ricardo R. Fernandez presented the award on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at the 41st Lehman College commencement ceremonies in New York City.Doctor Marion is an alumna of the class of 1980, where she received her Master’s in Recreational Therapy.

“I am so humbled to have been chosen as the recipient of this great award, and honored to join a distinguished class of Lehman Alumni Award winners,” said Doctor Marion.“My time at Lehman College truly helped shape not only my work but the person I am today, and I hope that future generations of Lehman graduates will be inspired to get involved in the field of elder care, and leave their mark on the world.”

Since graduating and going on to get her Doctorate in Human and Organizational Development with Specialization in Gerontology, Retirement, & Special Populations, Doctor Marion has made it her life’s mission to help as many people as possible caring for an aging parent or loved one.She has appeared on The Today Show, NBC Nightly News, National Public Radio, The Associated Press, The New York Times, and more to offer her proven advice and support for caregivers everywhere.Doctor Marion also regularly conducts bus tours across the country, meeting with caregivers, seniors, community leaders, and political officials to raise awareness about aging and caregiving in America.

About Doctor Marion

An experienced, nationally recognized geriatric care manager with over three decades of experience, Marion Somers, Ph.D., (Doctor Marion) has provided care for more than 2,000 elderly clients while owning and operating a thriving Geriatric Care Management practice. She has also written a book, “Elder Care Made Easier,” and her website, www.DoctorMarion.com, provides a wealth of information, including free access to tips, videos, interactive message boards, and more.